2017 Volvo V40 2.0L Petrol · YR17 UPZ

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT test on June 10, 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a recorded failure just one day prior to that test due to a fractured nearside front lower coil spring. Once this repair was completed, the vehicle passed the re-test with no further defects recorded, indicating that the owner is responsive to safety-critical failures once identified by the tester. At nine years old with 45,551 recorded miles, this Volvo V40 has significantly below average mileage, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. This usage pattern suggests short-trip driving which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine compared to higher mileage. The data shows consistent intervals between tests, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between May 2023 and 2024, and another 5,800 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. This regularity suggests predictable vehicle use rather than sporadic neglect. A buyer should inspect the front suspension in person to ensure the replacement coil spring has not caused secondary damage to the shock absorber or mounting points. The failure in May 2023 regarding an inoperative engine management indicator light suggests a previous electronic or sensor fault that was addressed; a diagnostic scan is advisable to ensure no lingering fault codes remain in the engine control unit. Given the low mileage, close attention should be paid to rubber components, such as suspension bushes and brake lines, as these can age and degrade over time even when the vehicle is not driven frequently.